Modern Predator - Page 42

42 20’ Predator
DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
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the capacity to handle the weight of the implement and the tractor operating controls are set for
safe transport. To ensure safety while driving the tractor with an attached implement, review the
following.
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or other solid objects. Such an impact could cause the Implement and Tractor to pivot violently
resulting in loss of steering control, serious injury, or even death. Never allow the Implement to
contact obstacles.
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high speeds. Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before
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Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the proper transport speeds for
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• Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the
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Implement. As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance
increases. Determine the maximum transport speed not to exceed 20 mph
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turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher speed. Use extreme care and
reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turning over.
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roads or uneven ground.
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